Cracking the Code: “Part of a Kangaroo that is Around Three Feet Long”
This week’s crossword puzzle threw me for a loop! I’m not talking about a simple “what’s the capital of France” type of question. Oh no, this was a real head-scratcher. The clue:
“Part of a kangaroo that is around three feet long.”
My brain immediately went to the iconic image of a kangaroo – big, powerful legs, a fluffy tail, and, of course, that pouch. But the clue specifically mentioned something three feet long.
Now, I’m no zoologist, but I’m pretty sure a kangaroo’s pouch doesn’t measure up to that length. And while the tail is certainly impressive, it seemed unlikely to be exactly three feet.
So I turned to my trusty dictionary and thesaurus, desperately searching for synonyms for “part” that might give me a different perspective. I even resorted to Googling “kangaroo anatomy.”
But nothing clicked. The clue remained a frustrating enigma, taunting me with its elusive answer.
Then, it hit me! A lightbulb moment, a Eureka! I finally realized what the clue was hinting at. The answer was staring me right in the face, but I had been looking at it from the wrong angle.
I won’t spoil the answer just yet, but let me tell you, it’s a satisfyingly clever word. It fits perfectly with the clue and brings a sense of accomplishment to finally cracking the code.
If you’re still stuck on this crossword clue, I encourage you to think outside the box and consider all the possibilities. You might just surprise yourself with the solution.
Good luck, and happy puzzling!
Available Answers:
Tail.
Last seen on the crossword puzzle: Daily Celebrity Crossword – 6/26/24 Wayback Wednesday